4-6 The Gyles
A residential building is located at 4-6 The Gyles in the Scottish town of Pittenweem in the Council Area Fife . In 1972 the building was included as an individual monument in the Scottish list of monuments in the highest category A.
history
The building was built in 1597, a little earlier than the adjacent Gyles House , which was only built in 1626. An inscription in a cornice shows the year of construction. During the late 17th century, the building was rebuilt to an unspecified degree. The cornice with the year was reinserted.
description
The residential building is on The Gyles, near the north coast of the Firth of Forth and the Pittenweem docks. The former Pittenweem Priory is a short distance north. The large, three-story house has a converted attic. A semi-octagonal porch protrudes from the main facade, which is exposed to the southwest , and leads to a staircase. In addition, the facade closes with a simple gable . From the facades plastered with Harl , the building openings are contrasted in color with natural stone surrounds . The slate roof is designed with simple staggered gables .
Individual evidence
- ↑ a b c Listed Building - Entry . In: Historic Scotland .
Web links
- Entry to 4–6 The Gyles in Canmore, Historic Environment Scotland's database
Coordinates: 56 ° 12 ′ 45.8 " N , 2 ° 43 ′ 34.1" W.